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Senate Held Hostage: Day 1

While the negotiations are taking place for the ransom Sen. Shelby (R-AL) is demanding, I’m wondering: will there be interviews with the hostages (i.e., the nominees) he’s holding until he gets the money? And where is he holding them? Will he release grainy videos? Should we pay for a proof of life? Cue the music …

Late Update: More the merrier!

Josh Marshall

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